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An Interesting Look at the 2021 Season Race
and Rider Statistics.
"With
last Sunday’s Ronde van Drenthe, the curtain dropped on
the European road season. As with every season there is a
pile of statistics and thanks to WielerFlits and ProCyclingStats
we can have a look at some of the more interesting
numbers."
By Alastair Hamilton (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 30, 2021 Julian Alaphilippe: The rainbow jersey makes
people make mistakes.
"Julian
Alaphilippe may have hung up his wheels for the winter but
the two-time road world champion has kept himself busy
with a new book out at the start of November."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 30, 2021 Cowbells, caps and a sponsorship model: How
the Lincoln GP survived and is set to thrive.
"Britain's
most iconic domestic race has secured its immediate
future; could it be a lesson to other races?"
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 30, 2021 Amanda Coker is First Woman in History to
Break 500 miles in 24 hours.
"Ultra-distance
cycling is growing in popularity, pushing the human limits
beyond what one thinks is possible, but unless it’s on
gravel, many overlook the ultra-open road records."
(socalcycling.com) (Photo: bicycling.co.za) October 30, 2021 NeatCleats launches Align+ carabiner cycling
shoe carry system with new cleat alignment tool.
"A
calibration ruler is included to to measure the lateral
and vertical positioning of the cleat and also for
adjusting your heel in and heel out position."
By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) October 30, 2021 Kask Wasabi helmet first look review.
"A
multi-discipline, snug-fitting aero helmet tricked out in
typical Italian fashion, designed for all seasons and use
across multiple cycling disciplines."
By Aaron Borrill (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill) October 30, 2021  Mathieu van der Poel, Tom Pidcock confirm US
trip for cyclocross worlds.
"Wout
van Aert remains undecided about trip to Fayetteville for
'cross world champs for fear of disruption to classics
training."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Remco Evenepoel, Floyd Landis, Tiffany
Cromwell, Adam Roberge among starters for BWR Kansas.
"The
111-mile course features a 6.5mi section that promoter
Michael Marckx is billing as a cyclocross sector."
By Ben Delaney (velonews.com) Photo: Jake Orness October 29, 2021 Trixi Worrack rides off into the sunset after
two decades as a pro.
"After
half her life spent in the peloton, Trixi Worrack hangs up
her racing wheels but she's not giving up the world of
cycling as she aims to use her experience to coach."
By Sadhbh O'Shea (velonews.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Mark Cavendish: Equal among firsts.
"When
the 2021 Tour de France route was revealed last year, fans
with long memories might have noted that parts of it
looked like a compilation of Mark Cavendish's greatest
hits."
By Edward Pickering (cyclingnews.com) (Photo: Chris Graythen/Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Truly, madly, deeply: The bikes I’ve loved.
"These
are the greatest bikes of the last 30 years, according to
me."
By Ronan Mc Laughlin (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 Holmes and Cras sign extensions with Lotto
Soudal.
"Matthew
Holmes and Steff Cras will remain at Lotto Soudal in 2022
after signing one-year contract extensions. Both riders
joined the Belgian squad ahead of the 2020 campaign."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 29, 2021 Best REI Early Black Friday Deals.
"Black
Friday is coming this fall, but there's no need to wait.
REI already has deep discounts on outdoor gear, bikes, and
accessories. Check out these deals and start planning your
next adventure."
(cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 Five things to look forward to at the Rouleur
Live show in London.
"Rouleur
Live is a three-day event where some of cycling's top
athletes come to speak about their careers, while over 50
of the industry's biggest brands showcase some of the
latest products and technologies."
By Ryan Dabbs (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Rouleur Live ) October 29, 2021 Bernal, Sagan and Ganna to race first Giro
d’Italia Criterium in Dubai.
"A
Giro d’Italia criterium will be run in Dubai on November
6, with the 30-lap short format race being headlined by
this year's winner of the maglia rosa Egan Bernal (Ineos
Grenadiers)."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 28, 2021 Mark Cavendish returns to Six Days of Ghent.
"Mark
Cavendish will be making his highly anticipated return to
the Six Days of Ghent this year."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 28, 2021 Oura Ring 3: First Impressions After A few
Days.
"The
Oura Ring aims to track your daily activity, as well as
nightly sleep. And then based on that will give you a
readiness score each day. It does this using small sensors
on the inside of the ring band, inclusive of heart rate
tracking."
By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) October 28, 2021 |
Mathieu van der Poel’s physio warns against
overload.
"Mathieu
van der Poel’s back injury was likely a result of
overdoing it, but is “no longer an issue” as he returns to
training."
By Kit Nicholson (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) October 30, 2021 Chris Froome won over by disc brakes after
tweaking his set-up.
"It’s
a technology that will only get better and only make the
sport safer' says former Tour de France winner"
By Stephen Farrand (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Photo) October 30, 2021 Alex Dowsett dials in final details for hour
record attempt.
"Dowsett
pins down equipment selections and pacing strategies ahead
of official hour record attempt Wednesday."
(velonews.com) Photo: MC Digita October 30, 2021 Carmen Small joins Jumbo Visma Women as sports
director.
"Small,
41, has been a DS at the Ceratizit WNT squad for the past
two seasons, having made the transition to directing with
Team Virtu after retiring from her successful professional
cycling career."
(cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 30, 2021 There’s hope yet for the 2022 Tour Down Under.
"The
2022 Tour Down Under was only cancelled a month ago, but
hope has been renewed after the state government announced
its roadmap for easing restrictions."
By Kit Nicholson (cyclingtips.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) October 30, 2021 Lavreysen, Archibald, Wild, Clancy among
stellar startlist for track champions league.
"Full
lineup for inaugural season of UCI's five-round series
includes six North American riders."
(velonews.com) (Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Sport) October 30, 2021 October
29, 2021
Difficult days at DSM: Legal battles and
internal conflict as two riders seek early exit.
"Reports
this week indicate Ilan van Wilder is taking legal action
to leave team early while Tiesj Benoot is negotiating
contract curtailment."
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Drug raid in Romania results in police
discovering Filippo Ganna’s stolen track bike.
"A
drug bust by Romanian police uncovered an unexpected haul,
as officers found 21 bikes that had been stolen from that
Italian track team, including Filippo Ganna's gold
Pinarello."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Politia Romana) October 29, 2021 Dowsett 'in a good place' as he acclimatizes
for Hour Record in Mexico.
"British
rider doing test runs on high-altitude Aguascalientes
track."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image
credit: MC Digital Media Ltd) October
29, 2021
Olympic gold medal sprinter Phil Hindes
announces retirement at 29.
"Hindes
was an essential part of the GB team sprint squad, winning
gold in London 2012 and Rio 2016."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Proposed US tax credit for electric bikes back
up to 30%, capped at $1,500 incentive.
"After
being cut in half, a proposed US tax credit for new
electric bicycle purchases has been bumped back up to a
full 30%."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 10 best ways to make your bike more
comfortable.
"Don't
suffer in silence, there are plenty of ways to improve the
comfort of your bike."
By Henry Robertshaw (cyclingweekly.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 Gear Break: Gore, 45NRTH Winter Shoes, Syncros
Lubes, Gympass/Strava, Zoomo E-Bike & TIEM Shoes.
"Gear Break: What's new on the cycling market." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 In the Drops: LeMond eBike, Maap kit,
Brompton jacket, POC Omne Eternal helmet and Snail Mail.
"It's
week two of In The Drops and that means it's now
officially a regular round-up of some of the latest
bikes, kit and the rest that we've been able to get our
hands on and try out in the wild."
By Will Strickson
(cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
October 29, 2021
US rider poised to join men’s BikeExchange
roster for 2022.
"Team
officials confirmed to VeloNews that a U.S. rider
is signed for next season, with the men’s WorldTour roster
to remain at 27 going into 2022."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images October 28, 2021 The price we pay for integration.
"Those
newfangled one-piece integrated front ends and fully
hidden cabling look slick, but what’s the real price we
pay for them?"
Photography by Dave Rome (cyclingtips.com) By James Huang October 28, 2021 Australian Cyclocross Championships canceled.
"Australia
will not be crowning any cyclocross champions for a second
year running as, after twice being rescheduled, the race
for the green and gold jersey in 2021 has now been
canceled."
By Simone Giuliani (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 28, 2021
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Roger Hammond joins Ineos Grenadiers as
management changes continue.
"Hammond
had a job offer on the table from the British team and the
former cyclocross and road racer has joined as the lead
sports director."
(cyclingnews.com) (Photo by Jonathan Devich/Getty Images) October 30, 2021 Liv Racing sign Ton and Neumanova through
2023.
"Quinty
Ton, 23 and from the Netherlands, joins the team from GT
Krush Tunap, and Tereza Neumanova, 23 and from the Czech
Republic, joins from the Burgos Alimenta Women’s Cycling
Team."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 30, 2021 Does indoor pain equal outdoor gain?
"After
countless hours sweating it out in his shed, CW's
Steve Shrubsall decided to find out if he could convert
Zwift-toughened tenacity into a real-world PB."
By Stephen Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Daniel Gould) October 30, 2021 Koppel Bikeshop.
"When
the tagline on your Instagram account reads “Not your
average bikeshop” you know that it can’t be taken lightly
- especially in a country like the Netherlands."
Words and Images by Nicolas Joly (pelotonmagazine.com) October 30, 2021 Small changes in diet could help you live
longer, says news study.
"Eating
a hot dog could cost you 36 minutes of healthy life, while
choosing to eat a serving of nuts instead could help you
gain 26 minutes of extra life, according to a new study."
(cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found) October 30, 2021 Muc-Off Bottle For Life Bundle.
"Good
bike-specific cleaner with great environmental
credentials, but it's expensive."
By Hollis Jones (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) October 30, 2021 October
29, 2021
Israel Start-Up Nation: Roster nearly full,
confirms contact with Premier Tech, Chris Froome to stay
put.
"ISN
owner Sylvan Adams confirms Premier Tech talks and says
four-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome 'will retire
as a rider from our team."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com) (Tim de Waele/Getty Images) October 29, 2021 Nicola Bagioli hangs up his bike at 26.
"Nicola
Bagioli (B&B Hotels KTM) announced that he will end
his career as a professional cyclist at 26 in order to
focus on his business making soapstone pottery with his
partner Arianna."
(cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Bettini Image) October 29, 2021 10 Zwift Academy Road contestants head to
Mallorca to compete for a pro contract.
"Five
men and five women invited to the finals will travel to
Mallorca, Spain for a final series of evaluations. The
winning female will get a contract with Canyon SRAM and
the winning male will be signed with Alpecin Fenix."
(velonews.com) Photo: Drake Deuel October 29, 2021 Thibaut Pinot has a new cow.
"Thibaut
Pinot, French cycling’s second-greatest heart-throb, does
not concern himself with fleeting thrills. Thibaut Pinot
and his partner, Charlotte Patat, have bought a new cow."
By Iain Treloar (cyclingtips.com) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 2022 Canyon Endurace CF SLX 9 Disc eTap
review: Smooth and sleek value.
"Sleek
lines, a smooth ride, great handling, low weight, and lots
of tire clearance in a value-oriented package."
By Dan Cavallari (cyclingtips.com) (Photography by James Huang) October 29, 2021 Hornit launches the Clug Pro, making the
'world’s smallest bike rack' even lighter and more secure.
"New
Fidlock magnetic winch handle and ratchet system helps
ensure your bike is always secure, and it weighs just
26g."
By Anna Marie Hughes (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 Favero Assioma Duo-Shi power meter pedals
review.
"There
is no new technology at play here from Favero - the
spindles are the same as those used in the existing
Assioma Duo power pedals. The big change comes in
regards to compatibility."
By Joe Robinson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) October 29, 2021 London police recover huge £50,000 haul of
stolen bikes.
"During
the operation, named ‘Operation Asanfona,’ police also
uncovered an eye-watering stash of cash and two dangerous
weapons in Bow, East London."
By Alex Ballinger (cyclingweekly.com) (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Twitter/@MetTaskforce) October 29, 2021 Van Wilder takes legal action in bid to leave
Team DSM.
"Van
Wilder turned professional with the German-registered team
in 2020 on a three-year contract, but has grown
dissatisfied and expressed his desire for an early exit."
By Patrick Fletcher (cyclingnews.com) (Getty Images Sport) October 28, 2021 Aussie track star Kell O’Brien joins Team Bike
Exchange.
"Olympic
medalist Kelland O’Brien has signed with Team Bike
Exchange and will race with the Australian WorldTour team
for the 2022 and 2023 seasons."
By Matt de Neef (cyclingtips.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) October 28, 2021 How cyclists respond to bad weather: Lessons
learned from 100 million rides.
"Data
taken from 40 bike share programs around the world paints
an interesting picture of our willingness to brave the
elements."
By Matt de Neef (cyclingtips.com) photography by Juan Rojas/Unsplash & Dr Richard Bean October 28, 2021 |
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